Abbey Pumping Station 2024
Leicestershire
19th century open blast furnace. Guided tour shows how it worked and the lives of the inhabitants of the area. Boat trips on Ashby Canal run daily from the museum. Also can be seen in the country park a set of limekilns which are worth exploring.
Address: Furnace Lane Moira Swadlincote Leicestershire DE12 6AT
Sat-Sun & BHol Apr-Oct 1000-1600. Thu-Tue 1-16 Apr; 27 May-4 Jun; 15 Jul-3 Sep. Sat-Sun Oct half-term. Visit website for more details.